Footwear News has revealed the winners of the 37th annual Footwear News Achievement Awards (FNAAs), the highest recognition in the footwear industry. Additional awardees will be disclosed next month. Since its inception 37 years ago, the FNAAs have consistently acknowledged the outstanding talents and stalwarts in footwear — those who’ve not just made a mark but have truly redefined the industry with their innovative designs, captivating narratives, impressive company growth, and beyond.
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The grand event is slated to be held on November 29th at the renowned Cipriani South Street in NYC. The evening is poised to be a celebration of the most influential personalities and trendsetters in the footwear arena. Notably, the Lifetime Achievement Award will be conferred upon Sam and Libby Edelman.
Footwear News’ Editorial Director and the Chief Brand Officer of Fairchild Media Group, Michael Atmore, remarked, “The FNAAs are the industry’s highest honor and they acknowledge the most important accomplishments of the year. Despite a very challenging 2023, this year’s class of winners reflects the incredible innovation, design prowess and business acumen. Our Lifetime Achievement winners and Hall of Fame inductees are shining examples of highly impactful careers. We are honored to celebrate each of the winners for showing us what success looks like.”
Here’s the list of the 2023 Footwear News Achievement Awards recipients:
Lifetime Achievement Award – Sam & Libby Edelman
Person of the Year – Michael Greenberg, Skechers USA Inc.
Company of the Year – Authentic Brands Group
Shoe of the Year – Adidas Samba
Designer of the Year – Gherardo Felloni, Roger Vivier
Retailer of the Year – Kith
Brand of the Year – Hoka
Collection of the Year – Salehe Bembury x Crocs
Collaboration of the Year – Jae Tips x Saucony Grid Azura 2000 “Remember Who Fronted”
Launch of the Year – Brandon Blackwood
Social Impact Award – Zappos
Emerging Talent Award – Ancuta Sarca
Hall of Fame – Tracy Margolies, Saks and Howard White, Jordan Brand
The suspense continues as more accolades, including the coveted Icon Award honoree, are set to be unveiled next month.
Generously supported by Birdies, FDRA, Nordstrom, and Sam Edelman, the 37th FNAAs are a testament to the vibrancy and dynamism of the footwear industry.
